]]>http://siennapatti.com/news/susie-ganchs-land-sea-boston-globe-critics-pick/feed/0Daytrippin’ in the Berkshireshttp://siennapatti.com/news/daytrippin-in-the-berkshires/
http://siennapatti.com/news/daytrippin-in-the-berkshires/#commentsFri, 17 Jul 2015 16:07:24 +0000http://siennapatti.com/?p=7656Artsy, the art world aggregator, highlights MASS MoCA, The Clark and our upcoming Susie Ganch exhibition in their Day Trip Guide to the Art of the Berkshires: ‘Since the turn of the 20th century, urban creatives have flocked to the Berkshires—a quiet, mountainous region in Massachusetts—as a fresh air summer retreat. Over the years, these fair-weather tourists have…

‘Since the turn of the 20th century, urban creatives have flocked to the Berkshires—a quiet, mountainous region in Massachusetts—as a fresh air summer retreat. Over the years, these fair-weather tourists have left their mark on the area, establishing a rich assortment of arts institutions and seasonal programs highlighting every conceivable discipline, from theater to sculpture…’

‘Sienna Patti Contemporary is well worth a trip. With a focus on jewelry, sculpture, and photography, the jewel-box gallery always shows a rotating assortment of visual treats. This month, artist Simon Cottrell’s industrial jewelry is paired with the wall-mounted sculptures of Jonathan Wahl. While this metallic showcase comes down mid-July, those planning a visit in late summer can look forward to the work of Susie Ganch—a sculptor who creates textural wall hangings from recycled plastics.

]]>http://siennapatti.com/news/daytrippin-in-the-berkshires/feed/0Seth Papac interviewed by Olivia Shihhttp://siennapatti.com/news/seth-papac-interviewed-by-olivia-shih/
http://siennapatti.com/news/seth-papac-interviewed-by-olivia-shih/#commentsMon, 29 Jun 2015 20:34:06 +0000http://siennapatti.com/?p=7551From the Art Jewelry Forum interview with Olivia Shih: I am not interested in making slight variations of the same thing. The only design characteristic of my work that is standard is its relationship to the body. Through scale, my work consistently challenges the body, moving beyond the preciousness associated with jewelry and focusing on…

I am not interested in making slight variations of the same thing. The only design characteristic of my work that is standard is its relationship to the body. Through scale, my work consistently challenges the body, moving beyond the preciousness associated with jewelry and focusing on its efficacious and revelatory potential. Conceptually my work has always dealt with uncovering a narrative or the structure of narrative as such. In the Portrait series the investigation is personal, using materials, processes, color, form, and specific constructs of these variables to describe/reflect upon relationships I have with specific individuals in my life. A more general investigation takes place in the sets/accessoriesseries where illustrations of domestic interiors attempt to allude to the type of character who would reside there. This investigation of the revelatory potential found in domestic space continued in the put on the lights series, where I zoom in on the formal and symbolic language of light fixtures. As objects of literal and metaphorical revelation, light fixtures illuminate space, exposing its secrets and history. When the lights went on, aspects of a narrative, perhaps personal, were revealed: men’s striped velour sweaters, anodized aluminum, raised phallic vessels, mid-century modern architectural screens, and graphic images of cliché sunsets. These elements coalesced to create Cali Condensation.

]]>http://siennapatti.com/news/seth-papac-interviewed-by-olivia-shih/feed/0Julia Maria Künnap, Sondra Sherman and Bettina Speckner at Manchester Art Galleryhttp://siennapatti.com/news/julia-maria-kunnap-sondra-sherman-and-bettina-speckner-at-manchester-art-gallery/
http://siennapatti.com/news/julia-maria-kunnap-sondra-sherman-and-bettina-speckner-at-manchester-art-gallery/#commentsMon, 15 Jun 2015 19:49:12 +0000http://siennapatti.com/?p=7216BLACK ON BLACK at the Manchester Art Gallery is an investigation into the allure of the color black as a material and conceptual element of jewelry throughout time. The exhibition includes work from 17 contemporary artists in 10 different countries including: Julia Maria Künnap, Sondra Sherman and Bettina Speckner. Curator Jo Bloxham writes, “…black jewelry gives off a powerful…

]]>BLACK ON BLACK at the Manchester Art Gallery is an investigation into the allure of the color black as a material and conceptual element of jewelry throughout time. The exhibition includes work from 17 contemporary artists in 10 different countries including: Julia Maria Künnap, Sondra Sherman and Bettina Speckner.

Curator Jo Bloxham writes, “…black jewelry gives off a powerful message. At times it has been a dark and sombre communication, expressed by the 19th century jet mourning jewelry and Berlin Ironwork on display from Manchester Art Gallery’s costume collection.These poignant black treasures were popular fashion statements up until the end of the 1800s. Today, jewelry artists continue to be inspired by the color black.” The artists included “have each worked with the color black, using unconventional materials and a variety of different techniques, to express present day concerns and emotions.”

Manchester Art Gallery in Manchester, England is one of the country’s finest art museums. The museum incorporates a a blend of historic and contemporary architecture that echoes their innovative artistic program. Mixing works from the wonderful historic collections with the best international contemporary art the museum bring fresh perspectives to familiar images, create visual dialogues and encourage conversation and debate.

]]>http://siennapatti.com/news/julia-maria-kunnap-sondra-sherman-and-bettina-speckner-at-manchester-art-gallery/feed/0Susie Ganch talks about Pile: Starbucks on Robinson, now on exhibit in Material Fix at Kohler Art Centerhttp://siennapatti.com/news/susie-ganch-talks-about-pile-starbucks-on-robinson-now-on-exhibit-in-material-fix/
http://siennapatti.com/news/susie-ganch-talks-about-pile-starbucks-on-robinson-now-on-exhibit-in-material-fix/#commentsFri, 05 Jun 2015 13:40:36 +0000http://siennapatti.com/?p=7176MATERIAL FIX is the the anchor for a series of six exhibitions. This series presents an exploration of the expressive possibilities of fiber through the work of 27 contemporary artists, while engaging the viewer in broader considerations of the medium’s emotional meanings, its connections with ordinary experiences, and its capacity for critique and social commentary.…

MATERIAL FIX is the the anchor for a series of six exhibitions. This series presents an exploration of the expressive possibilities of fiber through the work of 27 contemporary artists, while engaging the viewer in broader considerations of the medium’s emotional meanings, its connections with ordinary experiences, and its capacity for critique and social commentary. Featuring 22 artists including Louise Bourgeois (1911– 2010),Sonya Clark, Dave Cole, SUSIE GANCH, Elana Herzog, YUNI KIM LANG, Cat Mazza, Sheila Pepe, Alyson Shotz and Anne Wilson (IL).

]]>http://siennapatti.com/news/susie-ganch-talks-about-pile-starbucks-on-robinson-now-on-exhibit-in-material-fix/feed/0Anya Kivarkis at Portland’s Museum of Contemporary Crafthttp://siennapatti.com/news/anya-kivarkis-at-portlands-museum-of-contemporary-craft/
http://siennapatti.com/news/anya-kivarkis-at-portlands-museum-of-contemporary-craft/#commentsThu, 04 Jun 2015 15:01:52 +0000http://siennapatti.com/?p=7187Anya Kivarkis’ newest work is on exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Craft in Oregon, through August 15, 2015. Museum of Contemporary Craft in partnership with Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) presents State of Oregon Craft, opening June 05, 2015 and running through August 15, 2015. The survey exhibition presents more than 50 works by 15…

]]>Anya Kivarkis’ newest work is on exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Craft in Oregon, through August 15, 2015.

Museum of Contemporary Craft in partnership with Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) presents State of Oregon Craft, opening June 05, 2015 and running through August 15, 2015. The survey exhibition presents more than 50 works by 15 artists, makers, and craft-based companies, curated by Nicole Nathan and Namita Gupta Wiggers.

State of Oregon Craft takes stock of how Oregonians make and live with handmade objects today and presents an exploration of Oregon craft featuring both emerging and established craft artists. The show also features in-depth interviews with makers and photographs of studios and workshops. Curators Nicole Nathan and Namita Gupta Wiggers traveled the state of Oregon with a documentary crew in tow to make an exhibition that celebrates the breadth, diversity, history, and future of Oregon’s artisan makers and communities through the lenses of place, small-scale production, natural resources, community support, and lifeways.